Ranee. He is saved by Ellie, an Aboriginal girl who is in charge of the big cats. She takes him to the community leader, Molly, who allows Ben to stay after he proves that he can also round up and cage the cats. Ben quickly earns the trust of all of the animals except for Raja, the male tiger, who hates Ben for restricting his physical freedom. Although Ben originally sees Taronga as an ideal community, he soon discovers that Molly is a ruthless and selfish leader. When the Sydney gang tries to break into the zoo, Molly divulges her plan to burn Taronga to the ground rather than let another gang occupy it. Ben and Ellie decide to act. Part Three: The Answer Ben convinces the rival gang that he wants to help them break in and they set a date for an ambush. During the next week, Ben and Ellie cut several holes in the outer fence. Some of which are disguise by strong growth of ivy. On the day of the ambush, they set the animals free. The Sydney gang invades the zoo and both gang fight. Ben and Ellie are hinted at being the only survivors together with the animals. Ben once again swears that he will no longer use the Call. When he is later cornered by Raja, he keeps that promise. Despite the threat, Raja does not attack him; instead, he gives Ben a playful swat. Raja and Ranee head towards the Blue Mountains and are followed by Ben and Ellie. Reception The book was nominated for the 1987 Ditmar Award for "Best Australian Science Fiction or Fantasy Novel". Further reading External links 1986 Australian novels 1986 science fiction novels Children's science fiction novels Australian science fiction novels Australian post-apocalyptic novels Australian young adult novels Novels set in Sydney